Court action
By Frank Neill
A new date has been set for Plane Sense Wellington’s legal proceedings against Airways, Aeropath Ltd, Wellington International Airport Ltd and the Director of Civil Aviation. The High Court Judicial Review is now set down for 17 to 19 November 2025.
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An aeroplane flying low over northern suburbs homes. Photo: Phil Greig.
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High aircraft noise hitting northern suburbs
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The High Court case was originally scheduled to begin on 12 May 2025, however Plane Sense requested a postponement after the respondents were late on two occasions filing their evidence.
Plane Sense is asking the High Court to declare the flight path planes are currently taking to be declared invalid and to be set aside.
It is seeking a review of the Divergent Missed Approach Protection System (DMAPS) system which was introduced by Airways on 1 December 2022.
This saw the flight paths of aircraft change, with jet planes flying over residences sooner and further to the south than the previous path.
Following the change, Plane Sense was established as a community group to advocate on behalf of residents of Johnsonville, Broadmeadows, Khandallah, h riu Valley, Ngaio and Crofton Downs.
It was established to raise concerns about aircraft noise, safety, health and wellbeing in Wellington’s northern suburbs following the 1 December 2022 DMAPS flight path change.
Planes using the flight path implemented on 1 December 2022 “has resulted in noise levels as loud as 80dB over homes, schools, and reserve land,” Plane Sense says.
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“Plane Sense has been contacted by hundreds of residents living beneath the flight path who have existing health conditions that are worsening as a result of increased aircraft noise.
“Residents, including children, are suffering from conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, sensory disorders, slowed recovery of brain injuries and dementia, even though they purposefully settled in the suburbs because it was a quiet area.
“This harm is documented on the Plane Sense website – planesensewellington.com/people.”
A meeting called by Plane Sense on 14 April 2024 voted overwhelmingly to take a High Court judicial review of the decision to change the flight path.
The meeting saw attendees fill the meeting room at the Johnsonville Collective Community Hub.
Just before the meeting closed one of Plane Sense’s co-founders Roxy Steel announced that 95.6% of those at the meeting and participating online had voted in favour of commencing a High Court judicial review.
Plane Sense is also considering the possibility of a class action compensation claim to follow the Judicial Review.
“Since the ‘Independent Herald’ last covered the case, expert witnesses in the High Court Judicial Review case have reviewed docu-
Sense
meeting that voted in favour
ments not disclosed to the Court by the respondents (Airways, Wellington Airport and the Director of the CAA),” Plane Sense says.
“Plane Sense discovered these through the OIA process, and they highlight serious safety risks, including reduced aircraft separation and regulatory breaches.”
Plane Sense will hold a community meeting from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday 14 September at the Johnsonville Community Centre to hear directly from the legal team and ask questions.
“We encourage residentswho are affected by the DMPAS flight path to join us at our community meeting,” Plane Sense says.
People must register to attend and can register at www.pla-
nesensewellington.com/meeting.
The Plane Sense team will also be fundraising on the day to support the Court case.
Plane Sense is also encouraging communitymembers affected or concerned about these issues to register their contact details via the Plane Sense website, “so we can update them about legal developments, including future class action.
“If contact details have been provided previously, Plane Sense urges residents to update their details and tick the new box on the form to allow our legal team to contact them about any future compensation claims.Provide/ update contact details at www.planesensewellington.com/contact.”
As Wellingtonians, we need to be our own best advocates.
I recently hosted a meeting which included local property developers and representatives from the City and Regional Councils. The background for the meeting was the need to ensure all people involved in providing more housing in our electorate, whether it be those building them or those regulating and permitting that building, understand the issues which govern the ability to build the houses everyone agrees we need.
The Government and the rest of New Zealand are happy to see our public service run into the ground, and our public servants sacked from their jobs, until of course the shortages quickly and inevitably start to affect them in their business and personal lives.
After all, the ‘they’ people believe should do things to improve the efficiency of the country are the very people and bureaucracy they think they want gone.
There are essentially two types of development; greenfields and brownfields. Greenfields means building on currently undeveloped land, typically ex farmland on the edges of current urban areas, where infrastructure like sewers, water supply and other essential services don’t exist are usually built by the developer.
Brownfields development means rebuilding on existing sites, and there has been considerable discussion in recent times around how much intensification should be allowed in existing suburbs, especially changing of height limits to allow for more apartments.
Both have their advantages and disadvantages; the Regional Council in particular see their role to prevent more
It’s sad that many Wellingtonians seem to join this chorus instead of appreciating just what a great city we have. And there’s plenty to appreciate. Over the weekend I officiated at the opening of a bush track carved out of the slopes of Mt Kaukau by a group of dedicated volunteers, the track joining Ngaio with
runoff and other material ending up in our harbours, especially the Porirua harbour in the case of development north of Johnsonville and Newlands. The Wellington City Council are concerned that the existing infrastructure cannot handle the pressure it comes under when new housing areas are developed. Existing infrastructure is aging and needs upgrading across our city, as evidenced by recent pipe failures. An advantage of intensification of existing areas means more people, therefore more ratepayers to pay for those upgrades.
Khandallah. It completes a network of similar tracks and progress which allows people of all sorts of mobility to get into our magnificent hills and enjoy the harbour views at the same time.
The completion of the seawall and walking/cycling trail from Petone to the city will facilitate similar access to the western harbour.
Developers of course need to make a profit, and wish to keep their compliance costs as low as possible. Many believe the Resource Management Act is too cumbersome. We as government for our part have undertaken to rewrite that act.
The feedback was good, but the success will be when there are sufficient affordable houses to meetdemand. That is certainly my goal as your MP.
That, and of course having a vibrant and functioning Johnsonville Shopping Centre we can all be proud of.
There’s plenty to be getting on with.
So, despite the current Government’s attacks on our city, we can begin the fight back by being Wellington’s best advocates, and we do that by discovering and enjoying what we have. And that doesn’t even take into account the still-vibrant city shopping and entertainment scene. There are more car parks and it’s safer than the naysayers would have us believe, and there’s always the bus and train.
Plane
co-founder Roxy Steel speaking at the 14 April 2024
of Court action. Photo: Frank Neill.
Five New Zealand titles this year
By Frank Neill
Toby Gualter claimed a fifth New Zealalnd title this year with his victory in the New Zealand 10km Road Championships, held in Cambridge on 30 August.
The Johnsonville-based Olympic Harrier Club athlete clocked 29 minutes 39 seconds to finish ahead of his arch rival Eric Speakman by a 19 second margin.
Winning his fifth national title was great, he says.
“I’ve had a pretty good year.
“I won four national titles as a junior and now five as a senior, which is pretty cool.”
Toby’s first New Zealand title came when he won gold in the 10,000 metres at the New Zealand Track and Field Championships in Inglewood in March.
He then won the National Mountain Running Championship, held at the Cardrona Alpine Resort on 26 April.
One week later Toby crossed the line first in Athletics New Zealand’s 5,000 metre Road Championship on the Rotorua Airport Runway on 2 May.
Toby’s fourth title came when he won the New Zealand Half Marathon Championship at the Gazley Volkswagen Wellington Marathon on 29 June.
His latest victory came in what he says “were probably the hardest conditions I’ve ever had to run in in a 10km race, with the strong wind and lots of hairpins.
“I went through 5km feeling good, and then I just ground out the last 5km.
“I was on my own for the last four and a half miles (around 8km). Eric was behind me so it was quite good to have him pushing me from behind and keeping me honest.”
Toby’s next race is in Melbourne on 21 September where he will compete in the 10km on the Grand Prix circuit, and three weeks later he will return to Australia for the Melbourne half marathon.
Following that Toby will be racing on the track during the summer track and field season and he is looking forward to the World Cross County Championships, to be held in Tallahassee, Florida, on 10 January.
Helping people to All Blacks game
Metlink is making it easy for fans to travel to and from the upcoming All Blacks versus South Africa game on Saturday 13 September, with increased capacity on Metlink train and bus services.
The game will kick off at 7.05pm, with an estimated 8:45pm end time.
Buses and trains will operate on the standard Saturday timetables with increased capacity before the game and extra services after the game.
Fans using public transport to the game have their fare included in the price of their game ticket for Metlink bus, train and harbour ferry trips (excluding Te Hunga Whaikaha Total Mobility taxis and the Airport Express).
Metlink advises people to plan ahead and travel early on game day using the latest travel information on the Metlink app, website, (www.metlink.org.nz) or by calling 0800 801 700.
Toby Gualter on his way to winning his fifth New Zealand title this year. Photo: Supplied.
Canoeing the Pacific
Navigating the Pacific in a canoe will be the focus of a presentation to the Onslow Historical Society this month.
Kel Nairn, whose family has lived locally for 150 years, will make the presentation at 2pm on Sunday 14 August at KATE, 86 Khandallah Road.
In 1975 Kel teamed up with Jim Siers to assist in building and sailing an outrigger canoe from Kiribati to Fiji.
Traditional construction materials were used for the 23 metre outrigger canoe, and the old navigation techniques showed that Pacific peoples travelled vast distances, way-finding and spreading their evolving cultures throughout the Pacific Islands.
Kel’s talk will present that amazing story and afternoon tea will follow his presentation.
Crazy Ladies coming to town
By Frank Neill
The New Players Theatre Company is preparing for its next production, “Crazy Ladies”.
Rehearsals are being held currently at the Newlands Community Centre.
Directed by Maria Schrader, the New Players production of “Crazy Ladies” will open at the Gryphon Theatre, 22 Ghuznee Street, on 17 September and will run to 27 September.
The play tells the story of Pamela Browne, who has organised a 25 year reunion for her four best friends from High School.
From the moment Kay, now a chocoholic gun-toting funeral director, arrives the wheels begin falling off Pamela’s me-
Work to complete Karori Event Centre under way
ticulously planned weekend.
Added to the mix is Sandy, who is now a Nun, Dianne who married the school nerd and is a mother of eight sons, Rachel, a runaway teenager on a mission to dig up some dirt on her mother, and Shaun, the greasy motel janitor, who ends up in a compromising position in the ladies’ wardrobe.
The play features guns, gags, cuffs, crucifixes, sleaze-balls , slander, pizza and pinot –everything a group needs for a great weekend reunion.
Tickets are available at https://events.humanitix.com/ crazy-ladies/tickets.
The New Players Theatre Companyis one of the leading amateur theatre groups in Wellington’s northern suburbs. It has been operating for more than 40 years.
The Karori Community Hall Trust has now engaged a number of specialist advisors who have been assisting in working through the capital costs to complete the Karori Event Centre (KEC).
“We have been very fortunate to have number of experts who have volunteered their time, or provided advice at significantly discounted rates,” says Heather Baldwin, the Chair of the Karori Community Hall Trust.
“We have also opted to use a number of professional advisors that the council has previously engaged.
“We now have a high level of
confidence that the KEC can be completed for significantly less than the $3.3 million council had previously stated.”
The trust met with Wellington City Council officers yesterday (3 September) to work through the numbers its expert advisers provided to finish the KEC.
“Further work is still needed to establish how we would fund the operating costs, if we were to take back ownership of the building,” Heather says.
“Council has also withdrawn their long standing commitment to fund
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operating costs.
“From the outset in 2007 the KEC was going to be a council facility that they would operate through the Karori Community Centre and provide funding for the operating costs.
“This was consistent with what had been in place for the previous Karori community halls that were on the St John’s site.
“We have some further work to do on how we would find operating funding (which will need to be from philanthropic sources) to replace that long standing council commitment,” Heather says.
The Kelburn Municipal Croquet Club was provided with $10,000 for a ride-on roller for lawns.
on 2 September.
Two organisations that operate in the “Independent Herald” circulation area were recipients of grants in the latest round of the New Zealand Community Trust’s disbursements.
Ngaio School was granted $10,000 for playground costs.
The trust disbursed $306,499.35 in the latest round of funding, announced
One gaming venue in the “Independent Herald”’s circulation area contributed to these grants – The Pickle Jar in Karori. It was one of 17 gaming venues in the greater Wellington region that contributed.
The Karori Event Centre. Photo: Supplied.
Fun for kids at libraries
There is plenty of fun activities for kids at Wellington City Libraries.
“If you are looking for a fun and meaningful activity for your child, sign up for Dear Delaware – our international pen pal programme connecting Wellington residents with pen pals from libraries in Delaware, USA,” Wellington City Libraries says.
“It's a great way for tamariki to practise writing, make new friends and learn about life in another country — all through the magic of letters.
“Find out how your child can take part at wcl.govt.nz/deardelaware.”
LOTE4Kids is a digital platform featuring more than 4,500 picture books in 70-plus languages, including New Zealand Sign Language and te reo M ori.
Each book is narrated by a native speaker with multiple viewing options, including bilingual narration.
Access is unlimited and simultaneous – no issues or reserves are required. People can just click on a country’s flag to explore it.
It is also available as a free app for Android and Apple devices.LOTE4Kids supports language learning, fosters cultural connection and celebrates diversity.
“We have also added over 20,000 free comics with our brand-new streaming service, ‘Comics Plus’.”
All titles are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week on computers, tablets and phones.
Available comics include hundreds of Manga series likeDelicious in DungeonandThe Summer Hikaru Diedfrom major Manga publishersYen Press,TokyopopandKodansha.
“Try fan-favourite adult series from major American publishersDark Horse, Image and Fantagraphics like Saga, Cat + Gamer andLove & Rockets, or read unlimited amounts of popular children’s comics series likeBig Nate,Phoebe and Her UnicornandGeronimo Stilton.”
People can explore LOTE4Kids and ComicPlus at https://www.wcl.govt.nz/ collections/elibrary/read.
Newlands Community Centre events
As part of Dying Matters Week, which runs from 1 to 7 September, the Newlands Community Centre will hold a talk on the Mary Potter Hospice at 10:30am on Friday 5 September.
During the 20 minute session people will learn about the holistic care the hospice provides.
Mary Potter Hospice supports not only patients but also their wh nau, providing care that uplifts, comforts and brings dignity at an important time of life.
A free workshop on unlocking the secrets of compost and Bokashi Bins will be held at the Newlands Community Centre from 10am to noon on Saturday 6 September.
The workshop is being provided courtesy of the Newlands Community House and Manabe Micronursery.
Those attending will discover how to transform waste into a valuable resource for their gardens.
They will learn how to create amazing compost that nourishes the soil so it grows healthy, thriving vegetables.
To book a place at the free workshop register by emailing manabe.micronursery@gmail. com or texting Tatjana at 021 0245 6932. WĪ T karo – Game Time will be held at the centre from 6:30pm to 8pm on Tuesday 16 September.
Those attending will play board games and card games as well as using as much Te Reo M ori as possible, as the event is taking place during Te Wiki o Te Reo M ori - M ori Language Week. Light refreshments will be provided.
Dahl Designs will run a free creative expo at the Newlands Community Centre at 4:30pm on Monday 22 September.
This will allow people to discover the world of Dahl Designs, explore unique 3D-printed creations, learn about the design process and meet the creator, Cyrus.
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Newlands College in equestrian champs
For the second year in a row Newlands College fielded an equestrian team at the North Island Secondary School Championships in Taupo.
The four day competition saw the team compete against 78 other teams in the second largest equestrian event in the country, finishing a respectable 16th place.
Almost 500 riders competed at the North Island championships in Taupo.
Schools’ teams comprise of three to six riders taking part in dressage, competitive trail riding (CTR), arena eventing, show jumping, show hunter and games.
Riding for Newlands College were Phoebe Courtney-Topp on Good as Gold, Charlie Dimond on Glencorran DC and Alana Leatham on Master of Magic.
Unfortunately for Alice Dolan her horse suffered an injury three days out and wasn’t able to take part. However, Alice still joined the team in the six-hour drive to Taupo and was tireless in her support.
Unlike other sports these sportswomen are responsible not only for themselves but for the care and wellbeing of their equine partners. The welfare of the horses
is paramount.
The top three scores for each event are counted towards the team results.
With only three riders every score counted for the Newlands College Team.
To finish in the Top 20 against some much larger schools and equestrian academies was an incredible result.
It took a huge amount of hard work and training to get to this event including fundraising.
They would like to thank Beard Brothers for their continued support and sponsorship, Willowridge Ali Hilton for her coaching and their parents. They would also like to thank all of the organisers and sponsors of such a huge event
All three riders achieved some personal bests in the various events with the following top 10 results:
Phoebe Courtney-Topp: Dressage 8th, Arena Eventing 6th, Show Jumping 4th and 5th and Show Hunter 5th.
Charlie Dimond: Dressage 7th and CTR 7th.
Alana Leatham: CTR 6th, Arena Eventing 6th and Show Jumping 4th and 8th.
Inverlochy nurtures youth creativity
Inverlochy Art School has a longstanding reputation for nurturing creativity in young people through inclusive, high-quality arts education and this tradition continues in their upcomingCreative Arts Holiday Programme, running from Monday 22 September to Friday 3 October.
With $30 workshops, a focus on youth creativity, and brand-new offerings, this programme is designed to excite and challenge young artists aged from 6 to 18 years.
Teen and tween workshops (starting at ages 10 plus) span a breathtaking range of media –including pottery, sculpture, painting, drawing, animation, sewing, jewellery making and photography.
Students can choose from short
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The programme has been designed to allow students to mixand-match and try their hand at different art forms.
For younger artists (ages 6 to 10), daily mixed-media creative sessions are available at just $30 each, with options for full-week or single-day bookings.
The much-loved Wh nau Sculpture with Clay class invites children and caregivers to learn thebasics of pottery handbuilding while creating their own sculptures side-by-side.
Last term families sculpted ceramic chia sheep with sprouting green wool.
This holidays theme? Dragons!
“We take young artists seriously,” says School Director Cheryl
Corrado.
“Our goal is to provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that are accessible and inspiring.”
That philosophy is clear in Inverlochy’s year-round youth initiatives – especially the Next Generation Artists’ Showcase, a recent example of how the school supports young talent beyond the classroom.
Earlier this year, six high school students were selected through an open call to curate and install their own group exhibition sponsored by Gordon Harris, in the school's IAS Community Gallery.
TitledIn our minds and where we are, the show featured painting, drawing, and photography.
Leading up to the exhibition, the artists participated in a curatorial workshop with Inverlochy staff,
learning how decisions like layout, titling, and presentation shape the way artwork is experienced.
The exhibition was warmly received and closed with an open day of art workshops and an artist talk, where students shared insights into the artwork that they had on display.
“The experience gave the artists a real sense of ownership and professionalism,” Cheryl says.
“We want to build confidence, not just skills.”
Outside of the school holidays, Inverlochy holds regular afterschool classes for young artists on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Ages 6 to 10 can enjoy a relaxed mixed-media course and artists aged 10 and older can join pottery, drawing fundamentals and animation.
The Newlands College riders at the North Island Secondary School Equestrian Championships (from left) Alana Leatham on Master of Magic; Phoebe Courtney-Topp on Good as Gold; Charlie Dimond on Glencorran DC, with Alice Dolan in front. Photo: Supplied.
Summerset Boulcott Open Days
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Khandallah
An Afternoon of Fashion, Fun, and Community Spirit
Khandallah’s annual fashion show is back – and it’s set to wow on Saturday, 20th September at the Khandallah Town Hall.
Doors open at 2:30pm.
Following on from the success of previous years, local boutiques Teapea, Hamilton & Murray, Gubb’s Shoes, and Vinnie’s will again be gracing the catwalk. The proceeds from this year’s show acknowledges the incredible work of local charity, Mary Potter Hospice, who for over 40 years have been providing free specialist palliative care. Their services are available in Wellington, Kapiti and Porirua.
Tickets for the show are available from Hamilton & Murray, Gubb’s Shoes, and the Khandallah Town Hall. Priced at $39, each ticket includes a welcome drink on arrival, light refreshments, and exclusive pre and post show offers from participating boutiques and sponsors.
The audience will also be wow’d by a
of Wearable Arts shows, providing a rare opportunity to view these wondrous works of
and auctions to win on the day - including the opportunity to win two `A Reserve’ tickets to WOW with a chauffeur service by, In Style Exclusive.
For more information about this event visit the Facebook event page - https://www. facebook.com/share/16i6wPicX5/.
Khandallah Community Centre:
A place to belong and celebrate
The Cornerstone Community Centre situated in the Khandallah Town Hall continues to be a thriving hub for locals of all ages. Known for its warm atmosphere and diverse programming, the centre offers everything from wellness classes to social groups, providing an inclusive space where the community can truly connect.
One of the centre’s standout initiatives is the groups that bring individuals together through shared interests and activities. Whether you’re new to the area or simply looking to meet new people, these groups offer a variety of options to suit everyone.
Weekly classes include Tai Chi, Yoga, Zumba, and light exercises — ideal for those wanting to stay active and improve their wellbeing. For those who prefer something a bit more relaxed and social, there are regular bridge games, a lively walking group, scrabble and the ever-popular 500 card group,
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Wednesday : 7am, 9:30am, 5pm, 6pm
Thursday : 7am, 9:30am, 11am, 12pm, 4pm
Friday : 7am, 8am, 9am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm
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Sunday : 9am, 10am, 11am
We offer a free 30 minute introduction to the reformer if you are giving it a try for the first time. Please call to book this appointment.
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offering both fun and friendly competition. Beyond its extensive programming, the Cornerstone Community Centre also has a range of facilities available for private hire.
Whether you’re planning a birthday party, workshop, meeting, or celebration, the centre spacious main hall to smaller rooms perfect for more intimate gatherings or breakout sessions.
With affordable rates, a central location, and a strong sense of community spirit, the Cornerstone Community Centre is more than just a venue — it’s a cornerstone of connection, health, and belonging.
For more information on classes, bookings, or to join the Connections for People group, visit the centre’s website or drop in during
www.kthc.nz Email: info@kthc.nz. Ph: 479 5420.
Chickens are cool
By Bryan Perkins
They’re curious, personal and love human company. You never have one chicken as they’d die from loneliness as they are in Broadmeadows have three highliner chickens and they’re egg making machines, each producing one egg per day. And two of our friends in Khandallah also have chickens, one has 8 and another with 3, and if you have some garden space, preferable with light bush, get some chickens and they’ll become your best friends. Yes, they do poop a lot and decimate your garden, but your scrambled eggs are free.
I got to love our feathered little girls. Their chicken dance is especially cute, as they scratch the ground with their claws uncovering bugs and worms. Their furry bottoms of small soft feathers bent over while pecking for their tasty morsels. Their jerky head movements give them that unique chicken character, and it’s because their eyes (on the side of their heads) cannot look directly ahead.
They’d have a range of coos and squawks. And you’ll soon be talking chicken. They are beautiful little animals and when they pass they’ll be missed, but the garden will breathe a sigh of relief.
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Local history – Cathedral of St Paul
By Felicity Wong
Paul once persecuted Christians then brought Jesus’ words to the world.
The Wellington Cathedral of St Paul in Molesworth Street is being re-painted its lovely terracotta colour.
The Very Reverend Katie Lawrence, the Dean, says it’s “a place of all faiths and no faiths, of welcome and worship.”
Old St Paul’s in Mulgrave Street, was built in timber after the 8.2 earthquake in 1855.
The gothic style church was a “pro cathedral” (temporary), seating 400 people.
A big cathedral was planned from Wellington’s early days and land originally bought in Taranaki Street.
Bishop Barbe St Holland of Wellington, later wanted a modern design.
He said visitors “see nothing to suggest the majesty of God in a community that is expressing in its buildings the greatness of man … in a world that is characterised by change.”
Christchurch “arts and crafts” architect Cecil Wood was dispatched on a world tour.
He visited Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unity Temple in Oak Park, California and was advised to visit Sweden.
Wood created his design after seeing the radical simplicity of the Hogalid Church and the Stockholm Town Hall.
In 1937 the present site was purchased for 136,000 pounds.
The project was put on hold during World War II until in 1954 Queen Elizabeth II laid its foundation stone.
She remained interested in its progress and King Charles is now Patron of the Friends.
The Cathedral was completed in 1998 after being made even bigger in the 1970s.
It was designed for choral music with fantastic acoustics and an 18m high ceiling.
Many of its stained glass windows were designed by Petone textile artist and designer Beverley Shaw Bennett.
Bennett’s magnificent, soft coloured tapestry of the Transfiguration of Christ hangs above the altar.
The largest window is the Holm window depicting three Holm Company ships with
St Paul carrying a cross.
Other significant windows are those of the army, navy, merchant navy and airforce, designed by Howard Malitte.
A series of paintings “Vanity of Tears“ by Melvin Day depict a 13th Century hymn about a mothers experience of crucifixion.
The etched glass windows at the entrance of the Cathedral depict dynamic and frightening figures of angels.
There is a poignant Gallipoli memorial to Forest Moore Jones, a World War I wartime artist who later died saving a woman from a burning building.
In 1984 the bell tower was completed though to only a stumpy 31% of the height of its original design.
The tower hosts a peal of 14 bells, the largest set of full circle ringing bells in New Zealand.
Recently the bell ringers performed a three hour marathon peal which required immense stamina involving 5,000 bell pulls.
It was the first such performance in 20 years and is the “gold standard” of bell ringing.
Not often visited is the Cathedral’s flag room which sits high in the attic with its own small balcony looking down on Parliament. In it hangs retired military flags.
The planned Military chapel and a chapel to M ori were never built.
The Cathedral ran out of money to build a side chapel but optimistically laid a concrete pad for one.
In 1995 a lovely old wooden church designed by Frederick de Jersey Clere, was shifted from Paraparaumu to become the “Lady chapel”.
It was swung in by crane behind the Cathedral fitting exactly the concrete pad.
The little old timber chapel is used for Sunday 8am services and small weddings and memorial services.
Sadly, the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake was devastating for the Cathedral’s organ pipes. They fell and were badly damaged.
It will cost many millions to fix the organ and in the meantime the pipes lie in the basement.
As Katie Lawrence says the Cathedral
is “a hopeful place of prayer and peace for people”.
The Cathedral is open to the public Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm and often hosts art exhibitions and music events.
I’ll be giving a talk hosted by the Friends of Te Papa (25 September at 1pm) about Wellington’s historic churches. A series of visits to many of Wellington’s Sacred Spaces will be available in this year’s Heritage Festival. See the websites for details.
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Glasshield supplies and installs premium window film in New Zealand homes, businesses, and public organisations such as schools. We’ve been providing Kiwis with top-quality advice, products, and service for more than 20 years. We’re the glass film company that doesn’t fade away! Glasshield services the
A green heart
Elite Arboriculture is a local, family-owned and operated tree management business on the K piti Coast, offering professional arborist services across the Wellington and Horowhenua regions. Elite Arboriculture believes the mana of trees must be respected. They love giving back to the Earth by planting trees and to the community through volunteer service. Elite Arboriculture has carried out free tree work at their local preschools and kindergartens, as well as for their Free Tree Initiative, where they offer one lucky recipient arborist services of their choice at no cost. “We had a team from Elite Arboriculture working at our son’s and daughter-in-law’s place in Paek k riki today”, a happy client comments “This work was being done as a prize that Elite Arboriculture had donated to a local
North Island, based out of Auckland, Tauranga, and Wellington. We bring extensive product knowledge and experience installing glass film in New Zealand commercial and residential buildings to your job. This gives us the edge in ensuring you get the product that most effectively meets your requirements and location.
competition. A great example of a local business supporting the local community… You folks are absolute stars, and we can’t recommend you highly enough”. Tree pruning and hedge trimming are important to maintain health and structure. From thinning to reductions, Elite Arboriculture can keep your trees healthy and looking their best. The team can also help with planting and mulching, assisting you in finding the right trees for the right spaces and with the right aesthetics. Trees are essential to our beautiful country’s ecosystem, but an unhealthy tree can be dangerous. If the time has come for removal, they are qualified to perform the job safely and professionally. Elite Arboriculture has a green thumb and green heart for the community and ecosystem.
Schubert Octet in Waikanae
The popular Aroha String Quartet will expand its ranks to eight musicians for their Waikanae Music Society concert on Sunday 21 September, 2.30pm.
Four guest artists - Nick Walshe (clarinet), x(horn) and Oleksandr Gunchenko (double bass) will join the quartet for a rare performance of Schubert’s mighty Octet for Wind and Strings, a work of six movements, each brimming with warmth, charm, glorious melodies and heart-rending moments.
The concert opens with Mozart’s String Quartet No 22, followed by a short witty piece by Danish composer Carl Nielsen - Serenata in vano for Clarinet, Bassoon,
All aboard for the Mad Hatter’s excursion with Steam Inc in November
Celebrate Woodville’s 150th anniversary in style with a nostalgic steam train journey and a delightfully eccentric day at the Mad Hatter’s Market! Hauled by the iconic Ja 1271, a 1956-built steam locomotive, this special excursion departs from Paekākāriki, Paraparaumu, Waikanae, Ōtaki, Levin, and Palmerston North—offering families a unique way to arrive in the heart of the Manawatū.
Once in Woodville, visitors can stroll or shuttle to the town square, where the Mad Hatter’s Market Day awaits. Since 2017, this quirky event has brought steampunk charm and community spirit to the township, and this year’s celebration promises to be
the biggest yet. With over 70 market stalls, live music, and a whimsical children’s tea party featuring old-time games, there’s something for everyone.
The highlight of the day is the annual Crazy Hat Competition—last year’s train passengers took home first prize! Spot prizes will be awarded throughout the day for the best costumes and hats, with plenty of vouchers and giveaways up for grabs.
Whether you’re a local or visiting for the first time, this is a perfect opportunity to experience Woodville’s vibrant community, rich history, and playful spirit. So gather your family, don your maddest hat, and hop aboard for a day of unforgettable fun!
Jenny Turnbull on Kapiti Coast Arts Trail early November
Work currently available in Jennifer Turnbull’s home studio is from firings u sing the newly built diesel kiln for t he Mirek Smisek Trust – The kilns at Te Horo.
She is part of a group of potters who are of salt and soda, using different clays and glazes to achieve interesting surface effects, on porcelain and stoneware. Each piece is individual, not repeatable, making them one–off pieces of ceramic art.
Also available is gas fired porcelain domestic ware, framed lithography printed tiles and travel cups and gift boxed pottery
Paula Archibald –Ceramics, Pottery, Sculpture
Paula Archibald experiments with different subjects, clays and glazes to achieve a range and variety of effects, from domestic ware, whimsical ornaments to large garden water features.
her interest and builds her knowledge of glazing and continues to inspire.
To broaden her craft skills and to be with
attending workshops. She is 21/2 years through the 4 year part time diploma in Art and Design.
Inaugration of Tram 17
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Over the last few years, Jennifer’s focus has changed with the opportunities to become salt and soda, and the building of a diesel kiln at Te Horo for The Mirek Arts Trust.
surface effects from salt and soda added to these kilns produce juicy surfaces, and each piece is individual, not repeatable, making
exciting to be involved and she feels very lucky to be part of this wonderful community project.
Aroha Quartet and Friends
2.30pm, Sunday 21 September
Celebrate Dad with a unique day out at the Tramway Museum. Ride the historic trams, explore our heritage displays, and enjoy a relaxed family atmosphere. From the moment you step aboard, it’s a trip down memory lane the whole family will love. Dads travelling with a full fare paying Child, gets 50% off their fare! THE INAUGRATION OF TRAM 17 this Sunday 7th September Wellington Tramway Museum, Queen Elizabeth Park. Kapiti Coast. Bring the family, make memories, and give
$50, Members $40 and Students $10.
Waikanae Memorial Hall
Horn, Cello & Double Bass. Door sales available. Information 022 345 5316 or www.waikanaemusic.org.nz
Jennifer Turnbull : Jailhouse Pottery Hand made domestic and decorative pottery
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Age Concern Wellington Helps Seniors in Many Ways
This past year, Age Concern Wellington has helped 306 isolated and lonely seniors connect with others through their visiting, phone friend and walking services. They also helped more than 900 seniors improve their strength and balance through their exercise programme. Hundreds more attended one of their workshops, social connection events or safer driving courses. In all, their staff and volunteer team engaged with an older person more than 60,000 times!
Age Concern Wellington Region is running its Annual Appeal, calling on the community
to support the growing number of older people across the Region who rely on their vital services.
One of the organisation’s most recognised initiatives is the Visitor Service, a volunteer visiting service that matches older people with regular companionship—something many seniors say helps them feel seen, heard, and valued. It’s just one example of the deep, human impact made possible through donations.
Can you help by making a donation? Or perhaps you would like to volunteer with Age Concern, or access their services. More
Step Into Spring Comfort!
As the days grow longer and the chill begins to ease, it’s still important to care for our feet and keep them comfy.
Wellington’s spring climate can be breezy and cool, so a light wool sock remains a great choice. Wool or wool-blend socks help your feet breathe while maintaining warmth—supporting healthy circulation as temperatures fluctuate.
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Even in spring, keeping your toes warm can help prevent chilblains—small patches of skin damage caused by poor circulation. These are still common when homes stay cool or when socks and slippers are skipped indoors.
Personally, I wear shoes and socks inside and rarely experience cold feet. At Active Feet Podiatry, we’re here to support you with any foot concerns—season after season.
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Upcoming at the Begonia House
The Art of Ikebana Exhibition will be held at the Begonia House, Botanic Garden Ki Paek k on 6 and 7 September.
The exhibition is a free event and runs from 9am to 4pm each day. The exhibition gives people the opportunity to step into a world of elegance.
This two-day showcase cele-
brates the centuries-old Japanese art of flower arranging, where every stem, leaf and bloom is placed with care and intention.
This is a chance to slow down, be inspired and experience the quiet artistry of Ikebana.
The Gale Force Gospel Choir will present Music at the Begonia House from 11am to noon on
Sunday 7 September.
The Gale Force Gospel Choir is an inclusive choir in Wellington that welcomes all singers regardless of previous experience, gender, religion or cultural background.
The event is entry by donation which will go towards the Begonia House refurbishment.
New Co-ordinator at Newlands Community Centre
Linda Ah Chong has been appointed the new Newlands Community Centre Co-ordinator. She will take up the role on Monday 15 September, succeeding Fergus, who is leaving the role after six years’ service.
Born and raised in Porirua, Linda is a proud wife and mother of four. She is of Cook Islands M ori and English heritage.
Linda has dedicated many years to volunteering in youth sports, actively supporting her local community. She has more than 12 years’ experience in the social housing sector – serving the wider Wellington region and beyond.
“My time as a co-ordinator at the Newlands Community Centre has been truly rewarding,” Fergus says.
“I have seen and grown to love this diverse and caring community, a community that puts out so much love and care for its people and residents.
“I am immensely grateful to have been able to work in a job that has been this rewarding.
“I will hold onto and treasure my memories of this job and this community – even the (rare) tough times.”
Fergus is leaving the role as he will be moving to Canada in a few weeks’ time.
Linda Ah Chong, the new Newlands Community Centre Co-ordinator. Photo: Supplied.
The sign welcoming people to the Art of Ikebana Exhibition at the Begonia House. Photo: Supplied.
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Onslow Historical Society
Our historical centre at 86 Khandallah Road is open every Sunday afternoon from 1-4pm. Come along to learn about local history.
Huge majority favours rates capping
Voters overwhelmingly expressed support for rates capping in thelatestTaxpayers' Union-Curiapoll.
Respondents backed rates capping by a ratio of almost 3:1,the Taxpayers’ Union said when releasing the poll results on 27 August.
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Sixty four percent of voters supported rates caps compared to just 22% who opposed. 14% were unsure.
Respondents were asked: "The Government is planning to introduce a law that would cap how much local councils can increase rates by every year.
“Do you support or oppose there being a rates cap law?"
ers' Union spokesman James Ross said:
"The Government might be backing rates caps, but its time for all parties to get on board.
“There's no votes to be won by playing partisan games when Kiwis want a solution that will stick.
"With the average rates bill spiralling 34% in just three years, people don't just want rates caps: they want them now.
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Chewbacca in “Star Wars” is based on George Lucas’ dog, an Alaskan Malamute named “Indiana,” who also inspired “Indiana Jones.”
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Northland School Ballot for out of zone enrolment Term 1 2026Applications for out of zone close on 17th October 2025.
Voters of every Parliamentary party were majority in support of rates cap laws, as were voters of every single age group, gender and region.
Commenting on these results, Taxpay-
Applications for out of zone places are being invited for those students who are eligible for enrolment as outlined above. Please enquire at the school office or email office@northland.school.nz
Applications for out of zone close on 17th October 2025.
"Rates hikes are the single largest contributor to the cost of living crisis.
“Voters of all stripes want to see an end to the gravy train," James said.
Crofton Downs shoplifters caught
After shoplifting meats from supermarkets in Crofton Downs and Island Bay three people were arrested by the Police.
Police were notified of the shoplifting of large quanitites of meat on 1 September.
Police saw a “vehicle of interest” travelling north from the city, and stopped the vehicle in Lower Hutt without issue.
Around $1000 of meat was found in the vehicle, and the three occupants – two young people and an 18-year-old man – were arrested.
They have all been charged in relation to shoplifting offences.
Wellington Area Prevention Manager Inspector Jason McCarthy says Police are pleased to be able to hold these offenders to account.
"These were targeted thefts of high-value items, no doubt destined to be on-sold.
"We won't tolerate this type of offending and are working hard to hold those commiting retail crime to account," Inspector McCarthy says.
Regional water plan delivered
Five councils – Wellington City, Greater Wellington, Porirua City, Hutt City and Upper Hutt City – submitted a joint water services delivery plan to the Government on 29 August.
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The Metropolitan Wellington Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP) is based on establishing a new multi-council-owned water organisation in partnership with Mana whenua iwi Ng ti Toa Rangatira and Taranaki Wh nui ki Te Upoko o Te Ika.
The new organisation, with the interim name Metro Water, is due to take over from Wellington Water Ltd on 1 July 2026.
The plan says that Metro Water will have the resources, independence and region-wide perspective to effectively man-
age and improve drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services for current and future communities, rather than being limited by council funding, electoral and decision-making cycles.
The plan meets the requirements of the Government’s Local Water Done Well policy.
The next steps in establishing Metro Water are under way, including finalising key documents such as the councils’ Statement of Expectations for Metro Water and principles for a Customer Charter, and recruiting Establishment Board directors and an interim Chief Executive.
The WSDP is available on council websites.
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Heartbreak for Northern United
By Hamish Wareham
It was a rather simple situation for North Wellington, as they attempted the great escape at 2.30pm on Saturday 31 August when they hosted eighth place Upper Hutt at Alex Moore Park.
Win and they would escape relegation on the final day of the season, draw and they would need Western Suburbs to beat Island Bay United (IBU) by six goals to move ahead of the Bay on goal difference.
Despite having a player sent off in just the fifth minute, Western Suburbs and IBU played out a scoreless draw at Endeavour Park.
This meant the pressure was now on North Wellington to pick up maximum points against Upper Hutt.
After a scoreless first half, second half substitute Miles Woodhall, who throughout the week won the New Zealand secondary schools football title with Scots College in Palmerston North scoring a double in the final as they beat Auckland high flyers St Kentigern’s College 3-0, put North Wellington ahead in the 74th minute.
It was a goal that those checking the table would’ve had his side move up to eighth on the ladder if the result had ended that way.
However, Mick Reid somewhat came back to bite the hand that fed him when his deflected shot saw Upper Hutt equalize just five minutes later.
Despite a frantic final quarter of an hour with North Wellington desperately searching for another goal, it would ultimately be a goal scored by one of their former players that would see them relegated from the Central League in 2025.
Elsewhere in the final round of the Central League, Miramar and Petone played out a 2-2 draw at Memorial Park, Phoenix Re-
serves thumped Karori 7-0 and Wellington Olympic locked away the O’Brien Shield for the summer with a 1-0 win over Napier City Rovers.
The final central league points table is: Olympic (45 Points), Miramar Rangers (39), Western Suburbs (34), Phoenix Reserves (29), Napier (28), Petone (19), Karori (16), Upper Hutt (14), Island Bay (13) and North Wellington (12).
For Waterside Karori women's team they knew they needed a minor miracle to leapfrog Petone into third spot on the table and qualify for the 2025 women's National League competition.
They required bottom of the table Victoria University to survive relegation by beating or at least drawing with Petone at Memorial Park then Wharfies needed to beat the Phoenix Under 18s to jump into third spot.
Hopes were quickly dashed, as Petone scored three first half goals followed by two in the second half to not only relegate University to capital premier for 2026 but book Petone a National League spot for this season, also ending third on the table with a record of 11 wins, four draws and three defeats with 37 points.
Waterside Karori at least did end their season on a high, as Renee Bacon scored yet another hat trick along with goals from Samantha Senior, Izzy Ismail-Sanders, Sherize Concessio and Amelia Abbot as Karori beat the Phoenix Under 18s 7-2 to end the season on 36 points with 11 wins, three draws and four defeats.
Elsewhere, Wellington United ended the season with 18 wins from as many games beating Miramar 8-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Taradale beat Palmerston North Marist 3-0 and a 1-1 draw was played out between Moturoa FC and Palmerston North United.
Local MP joining Silent March
The Saint Nicholas Children’s Trust is holding a 10 minute Silent March in Wellington on Saturday 13 September to raise awareness of child sexual exploitation.
hariu MP Greg O’Connor will be joining the march, as will Mayoral candidate Andrew Little.
The march will start at Te Papa and finish at the Dockside Café.
Following the walk, marchers are invited to join the trust at the Dockside Café for coffee and a slice of the Saint Nicholas Chidren’s
Trust cake.
Established in 2024 the trust aims to raise awareness of, and therefore assist in, combating child exploitation both in New Zealand and around the world.
“On behalf of the children who can’t we are here to speak out, we are here to spread the word, we are here to make a difference,” the trust says.
The trust’s webside is at https://snctrust.org. For more information about the Silent March email events@snctrust.org.
Action from North Wellington’s match against Upper Hutt. Photo: C Griffin Photography.
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